Suffering

Suffering…it’s part of being human. It is the human condition. We all suffer, and we all try to relieve our suffering. Often by any means at our disposal (laughter, exercise, addiction, violence, suicide). But the thing to remember when we are in the midst of our despair: so is everyone else. It does no good to push our suffering, our pain, our anguish onto others. Transferring our suffering onto others does not alleviate our own suffering but only makes it grow since we have now inflicted pain on another. The only way to overcome our suffering is to sit with it, as painful as that is. To learn to embrace it, to not turn away but to welcome it as a part of ourselves. Only acceptance can lead to relief, to healing.

"As a new student, Carrie Anne made yoga comfortable and approachable. Her instruction is clear and easy to follow. I have experienced beautiful physical and emotional transformations through the practice of yoga. Carrie Anne has helped awaken my awareness, both on and off the mat."

~ Melissa S.

"For anyone never stepping onto a mat, I want to tell you, Carrie Anne made me fall in love with Yoga & all it has to offer. I have always felt stressed & anxious about almost everything, including trying Yoga. After a couple of sessions with Carrie Anne, she really helped me relax & get in touch with my breath. Her gentle approachable teaching style has brought me pleasure & freedom to my mind, body & soul. I can't thank Carrie Anne enough for all she has brought into my life."

~ Deede

"Carrie Anne was very accommodating and brought her Yoga teaching to my home for a small group session. We had a ladies weekend and this was the perfect beginning to it! She taught us relaxation methods and brought the girls to an understanding that Yoga is about meeting you where you are at, not about forcing a pose. She took the time to explain each movement's purpose and position. It was a refreshing style - intensity taken out of life for a time, in the comfort and relaxation of our porch overlooking the bay."